Abu Omar Halal
Muslim-owned halal spot near UTSA with a cult following — open until 2am and serving some of the best shawarma in San Antonio.
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Afghan Halal Market Austin
A vibrant halal grocery where the meat counter actually smells clean, the naan is still warm, and the spice aisle reads like a map of home.
Al Basha Grill
A counter-serve Mediterranean spot on Washington Avenue where the shawarma is sliced hot, the falafel is fresh, and halal cheeseburgers make a surprise cameo.
Al Zaytoon Market
A one-stop Middle Eastern market with fresh-baked samoon, halal meats, house-baked sweets, and the kind of deli counter that rewards hanging around.
Ali Baba International Food Market
A generous, well-stocked international market with halal meats, fresh pita, proper spices, and the kind of deli counter that rewards wandering.
Almarah Mediterranean Cuisine
Home-style Mediterranean from a Muslim family who treats their kitchen like an extension of their dining room — warm, careful, generous.
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Instead of: Starbucks
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Try: Muslimah Coffee Co., Birch Coffee, Kava Coffee, Local roasters
Instead of: McDonald's
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